Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Langston Hughes Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Hughes Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Langston Hughes Charter Academy's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Langston Hughes Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langston Hughes Charter Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#885 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
88%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langston Hughes Charter Academy's ranking?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is ranked #885 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Langston Hughes Charter Academy?
791 students attend Langston Hughes Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Langston Hughes Charter Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langston Hughes Charter Academy?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Langston Hughes Charter Academy offer ?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langston Hughes Charter Academy part of?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is part of Langston Hughes Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Langston Hughes Charter Academy located?
Langston Hughes Charter Academy is located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fairgrounds.
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